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While I think that Ghost Kato is objectively a better bike than your Co-Op hardtail, I agree with others that you should keep your hardtail a bit longer unless you're riding "big" terrain or looking to go fast downhill. Work on fitness, technique, and picking your line. Also, learn how to dial in the preload and damper adjustments on your fork so it isn't making your ride harder than necessary.
A couple thoughts on inexpensive upgrades...
I wouldn't bother upgrading beyond that. Anything substantial will quickly cost more than you paid for your whole bike.
Thank you! Great advice.
I've been thinking about dropper post. I think I need to go borrow/rent some nicer bikes to see what I'm missing.